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The inland waterway network of Flanders

Because it’s connected to Europe’s most important markets, Flanders is the starting point for major freight transport via inland waterways. The river and canal network of Flanders is one of the densest in the world, extending over 1,357 kilometers. 

Inland container terminals in Flanders

Map with all inland container terminals in Flanders

80% of all companies in Flanders located fewer than 10 kilometers from a navigable waterway.

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